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Monument to the Homeland — Aqui Começa o Brasil

Oiapoque, AP

The obelisk that became a symbol of Oiapoque.

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Inaugurated in 1943, the Monument to the Homeland is one of Oiapoque’s landmarks. The waterfront obelisk carries references to Brazil’s national anthem and the familiar words “Aqui Começa o Brasil” — “Brazil begins here”. The phrase is a symbol of belonging and frontier identity, not a measurement of the country’s northernmost point.

Start by reading the inscriptions, then observe the river that gives the tribute its setting. Combine this stop with Kuahí Museum and the Swiss Arbitration Monument to explore different accounts of regional history: civic memory, Indigenous experiences and diplomacy. The inauguration date is documented, but the original artistic authorship has not been confirmed.

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